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Owano Family History

Owano Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Olano, Okano, Wang, Hwang, Kano, Swan, Solano, Oman, Wand, Wan

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Census Records

There are 21 census records available for the last name Owano. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Owano census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 9 immigration records available for the last name Owano. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 5 military records available for the last name Owano. For the veterans among your Owano ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Owano lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2001, in the United States, Owano life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Owano in 1971 was 68, and 100 in 2001.

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